Simpson Strong-Tie TSBR2-16 TSBR 17-1/2 in. Galvanized Truss Spacer-Restraint by Simpson Strong-Tie is a time-saving lateral-restraint product designed for wood and CFS framing that improves quality and safety on the job site. The TSBR firmly grips trusses, capturing on-center spacing and keeping them vertical and plumb after placement - delivering a better truss installation in less time and with less material than traditional prescriptive wood bracing methods.

Key Features

• Enables the quick and accurate spacing of trusses without measuring or adjusting
• Easily "grabs" onto the truss - may be put in place with one hand
• Stays in place during sheathing, saving time and making the roof more stable for workers
• Installs in less time and requires less total bracing material than prescriptive wood bracing methods - reducing labor costs
• Unique design eliminates additional time spent measuring truss spacing and laying out temporary lateral bracing
• Once installed, can remain in place to be sheathed over, eliminating the need to remove temporary bracing and creating a safer, more stable work platform
• Length: 17-1/2 in.
• Made from 22-gauge steel
• Galvanized (G90) for extra corrosion resistance

Specifications

• MPN: TSBR2-16
• Length: 17-1/2 in.
• Width: 1-1/4 in.
• Depth: 1-1/4 in.
• Gauge: 22
• Thickness: 27 mil
• Coating/Finish: Zinc Galvanized, G90
• Install With: 10d common nails or 10d x 1-1/2 in. nails
• Country of Origin: United States

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of the Simpson Strong-Tie TSBR2-16 Truss Spacer-Restraint?

The TSBR2-16 is a lateral-restraint product for wood and CFS framing. It firmly grips trusses to capture on-center spacing and keep them vertical and plumb after placement, improving the quality and safety of truss installation without the need for traditional wood bracing methods.

Does the TSBR2-16 need to be removed after the trusses are installed?

No. Once installed, the TSBR2-16 can remain in place to be sheathed over, eliminating the need to remove temporary bracing. This creates a safer, more stable work platform and saves additional labor time on the job site.

What fasteners are required to install the TSBR2-16?

The TSBR2-16 should be installed with 10d common nails or 10d x 1-1/2 in. nails.

What corrosion protection does the TSBR2-16 offer?

The TSBR2-16 is coated with a Zinc Galvanized G90 finish, providing extra corrosion resistance for long-term durability in demanding framing environments.